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<\/p>\nExplore how research connects with business, investment, and society. This week\u2019s Thursday Gathering dives into life science ecosystems, global collaboration, and startup innovation\u2014culminating in the third F\u2605Pitch, Fukuoka\u2019s signature startup pitching event.<\/p>\n
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Date and Time:<\/strong> Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, 16:00 to 20:00 15:55 \u2013 20:00 16:00 \u2013 16:50 This session brings together academics, startups, global companies, and investors to discuss how research seeds become real-world ventures. Expect insights on knowledge circulation, local collaboration, global partnerships, and career perspectives for students and young researchers. 17:00 \u2013 17:15 17:30 \u2013 18:20 Topics include global trends in bio-investment, the value of career mobility across sectors, and how Kyushu can strengthen its role in the global innovation network. 18:30 \u2013 19:30 Startups will pitch to investors and potential partners, while invited VCs and accelerators share perspectives from the investor side. Designed to advance funding and business matching, this event captures Global Connect Fukuoka\u2019s mission to accelerate meaningful connections. Organized by:<\/strong> Venture Caf\u00e9 Fukuoka Explore how research connects with business, investment, and society. This week\u2019s Thursday Gathering dives into life science ecosystems…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29305,"featured_media":174206,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[],"class_list":["post-174205","event","type-event","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","location-tenjin","event-type-community","event-type-seminar","en-US"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event\/174205","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/event"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29305"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=174205"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/174206"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=174205"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=174205"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nLocation: <\/strong>ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F SKYLOBBY<\/a>
\nAdmission:<\/strong> Free (registration required)
\nRegistration & details are here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nEvent Highlights (In-person only)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nNetworking<\/strong>
\nEvery Thursday Gathering includes dedicated networking time, with up to three complimentary drinks (beer or soft drinks). Meet speakers, founders, and fellow participants in a relaxed environment designed to inspire collaboration and fresh ideas.
\nMore info<\/a> : In English and Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nAcademia-Driven Ecosystems \u2013 Co-Creation from Research to Real-World Impact<\/strong>
\nAcross Japan, universities are driving innovation by linking research with industry, investment, and policy. With its strong academic base and diverse talent networks, Kyushu is emerging as a vital hub for life science ecosystems.<\/p>\n
\nMore info<\/a> : In Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nHow to Enjoy Thursday Gathering<\/strong>
\nA short, interactive introduction to the mission of Thursday Gathering\u2014its community, goals, and how to make the most of your experience. Recommended for first-time attendees.
\nMore info<\/a> : In English & Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nThe Global Frontier of Ecosystems \u2013 The Future Opened by the Circulation of Research, Investment, and Talent<\/strong>
\nBuilding on the earlier discussion, this session explores life science ecosystems from a global perspective. Speakers from academia, startups, corporations, and investment fields share experiences connecting research with business and international collaboration.<\/p>\n
\nMore info<\/a> : In Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nF\u2605Pitch Vol. 3 \u2013 Global Connect Fukuoka Startup Pitch Event<\/strong>
\nThe third F\u2605Pitch, hosted by Global Connect Fukuoka\u2014the prefecture\u2019s first dedicated startup support hub\u2014brings together startups and supporters from across Japan.<\/p>\n
\nMore info<\/a> : In Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nLanguages:<\/strong> Japanese and\/or English (varies by session)
\nAll sessions are in-person only. Pre-registration required via the event website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"